Senior Project Manager – Tier 1 Main Contractor

Location: Hereford & Gloucester (Projects across Herefordshire & Gloucestershire)
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Sector: Construction – MOD, Healthcare, Public Sector, Commercial
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Senior Project Manager – Major Projects (£15m–£30m)

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering high-profile construction projects across the Hereford and Gloucester regions.

This role offers long-term career progression, a strong pipeline of secured work, and the chance to lead technically challenging and rewarding schemes valued between £15 million and £30 million.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of major construction projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover.

Current and upcoming schemes include:

• MOD build programmes (secure, complex, regulated environments)
• A landmark new museum development
• A major healthcare facility project

You will lead multidisciplinary site teams, manage subcontractors, ensure programme adherence, and maintain strict budget and quality controls while upholding the highest standards of health & safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects valued £15m–£30m from inception to completion
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners
• Manage project programmes, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with MOD, healthcare and public sector standards
• Maintain excellent stakeholder and client relationships
• Drive quality assurance and health & safety excellence
• Report to senior leadership on performance and delivery milestones

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager within a Tier 1 or large main contractor environment
• Track record of delivering projects valued £10m+
• Experience in MOD, healthcare, public sector, or complex commercial schemes preferred
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent commercial awareness and contractual knowledge (JCT/NEC)
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Professional), First Aid

Why Apply?

• Secure, long-term pipeline of regional projects
• High-profile public sector and defence schemes
• Excellent career progression within a market-leading contractor
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Strong regional presence across Herefordshire & Gloucestershire
• Stable employer with consistent repeat business

Apply today to discuss this confidential opportunity in more detail.

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Technical Manager – Residential Development

Location: Cornwall | Type: Full Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced technical leader with a proven track record in residential development? We’re seeking a Technical Manager to join a growing Pre-Construction team. This pivotal role manages the technical delivery of residential schemes from planning through to build completion.

What You’ll Do

• Manage all technical aspects across multiple residential schemes.
• Oversee design coordination, statutory approvals, and ensure compliance with CDM and Health & Safety regulations.
• Manage consultant appointments, fee budgets, and design programmes.
• Drive value engineering, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure timely delivery of technical information to support tendering and construction.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience in pre-construction/design management within residential or volume housebuilding.
• Excellent knowledge of CDM Regulations, building regulations, and warranty standards.
• Proven ability to manage planning conditions, utilities, and sectional agreements.
• Strategic project management skills with excellent communication and leadership ability.
• HND / Level 5 qualification in design, construction, or civil engineering required. Degree / Level 6 and professional membership desirable.

Why This Role?

• Competitive benefits including annual leave, car allowance, professional fees, pension, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Opportunity to lead key residential projects and make a tangible impact on high-quality housing delivery.
• Collaborative, innovative, and supportive work environment.

If you’re a technically-minded, strategic leader in residential development looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact

For a confidential chat about this position, please call 01752 421888 and ask for Jo.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Senior Design Manager

Location: Bristol
Sector: Construction – Healthcare / High-Tech Projects
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Senior Design Manager – Bristol – Tier 1 Main Contractor – £30m Healthcare Project

Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager looking to take the lead on a technically complex, high-value healthcare scheme in Bristol?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a Tier 1, award-winning main contractor with an exceptional reputation across the UK construction sector. With a strong pipeline of secured work and a well-established regional team, this role offers long-term career stability, progression, and the chance to work on one of the region’s most interesting high-technology health projects.

The Project

You will play a key role on a £30m high-tech healthcare development in Bristol. This scheme involves complex building services coordination, specialist installations, and high-specification design standards, making it a standout project within the South West construction market.

Working within a collaborative and experienced project team, you will take ownership of the design process from pre-construction through to delivery, ensuring programme, quality, and compliance targets are achieved.

Senior Design Manager – Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process on a £30m healthcare construction project
• Coordinate consultant teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Drive design programme to meet key project milestones
• Manage risk, compliance, and technical approvals
• Ensure design solutions are practical, cost-effective, and buildable
• Oversee BIM coordination and technical integration
• Support commercial and operational teams throughout delivery

Senior Design Manager – Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Design Manager or Design Manager on large construction projects
• Experience delivering healthcare, laboratory, or technically complex schemes preferred
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction standards
• Tier 1 or large main contractor experience desirable
• Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills
• Relevant construction qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent)

Why Apply?

• Join an award-winning Tier 1 contractor
• Strong secured pipeline of regional projects
• Stable, well-established team environment
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Be part of a technically challenging and career-defining project

This is a rare opportunity for a Senior Design Manager in Bristol to take ownership of a flagship healthcare project within a business known for quality, innovation, and long-term staff retention.

If you are a Senior Design Manager seeking your next challenge in the South West construction market, apply today for a confidential discussion.

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Estimator / Senior Estimator – Construction

Location: Cardiff, South Wales
Sector: Main Contractor | Tier 1 Construction

An award-winning Tier 1 main contractor, widely regarded as the construction company to work for in the region, is looking to appoint an Estimator or Senior Estimator to join its highly respected commercial team in Cardiff.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an excellent, supportive team with long-term career prospects, working on a diverse portfolio of high-profile construction projects across South Wales and the wider region.

The Role

As an Estimator / Senior Estimator, you will play a key role in the pre-construction team, contributing to the successful tendering of projects across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate cost estimates for construction projects
• Managing the full tender process from enquiry through to submission
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and employer’s requirements
• Working closely with commercial, design and delivery teams
• Engaging with supply chain partners to obtain competitive pricing
• Identifying value engineering and risk opportunities

The role can be tailored to suit an Intermediate Estimator ready to step up or an experienced Senior Estimator looking for a long-term home with a market-leading contractor.

About You

• Proven experience as an Estimator within a main contractor environment
• Experience working on projects across commercial, education, healthcare, residential or public sector schemes (desirable)
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Confident communicator who thrives in collaborative teams
• Ambition to develop and progress within a leading construction business

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a market-leading Tier 1 contractor
• Excellent, well-established and supportive estimating team
• Long-term career progression and structured development
• Exposure to a wide range of high-quality, flagship projects
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Why Apply?

This contractor is consistently recognised for its culture, people development and quality of work, making it one of the most sought-after employers in construction across the region.

If you’re an Estimator looking for stability, progression and genuinely interesting projects, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Project Manager – MOD Contractor

Location: Plymouth
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Car Allowance / Company Car

About the Role

Join a leading MOD contractor delivering high-profile defence and infrastructure projects across Devon. This is an excellent opportunity to manage projects for a trusted national contractor with a strong reputation for excellence within the defence sector.

You will take full responsibility for project delivery — from inception through to completion — ensuring programmes are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee projects from inception to completion
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring all targets are met
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth operations
• Ensure compliance with MOD security protocols, health & safety regulations, and industry standards
• Identify and mitigate risks to keep projects on track and within budget
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiencies within project management processes

Key Requirements

• HNC or equivalent qualification in Building, Civil Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• Proven experience in a Contracts Manager or Project Manager role
• Experience managing construction and property maintenance programmes (MOD experience advantageous)
• Health & Safety qualification such as SMSTS, IOSH, or NEBOSH, plus Asbestos Awareness
• Strong supply chain management skills and good local industry knowledge
• Security clearance (or eligibility to obtain clearance) due to the nature of MOD projects
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office (experience with CAFM software desirable)

Benefits & Perks

• Salary up to £50,000
• Car allowance or Company Car
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension and holiday allowance
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, security-sensitive defence projects

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Site Manager / Senior Site Manager – Bristol

Location: Bristol
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + package (DOE)

An award-winning, highly respected main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager to join its established operational team in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a business known for its low staff turnover, strong leadership, and genuine long-term career progression, delivering a diverse portfolio of high-quality construction projects across the Bristol area.

The Role

As a Site Manager / Senior Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of construction sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to programme, and to the highest quality standards.

Projects vary in size and sector, offering real variety and long-term job security rather than one-off schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Full site management from pre-start through to completion
• Managing site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensuring health & safety compliance at all times
• Maintaining programme, quality, and cost control
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and internal operational teams
• Producing site reports and attending progress meetings
• Driving a positive site culture and high standards of workmanship

About You

You will be an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager with a strong background working for a main contractor.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction projects on site
• Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage programmes and multiple trades
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid (or willingness to obtain)

Experience across a range of sectors is highly desirable, but attitude, professionalism, and leadership style are just as important.

Why Apply?

• Join an award-winning contractor with an excellent industry reputation
• Strong operational team and supportive management structure
• Low staff turnover – people stay long term
• Clear and realistic career progression opportunities
• Varied projects across Bristol and the surrounding area
• Stable pipeline of work and long-term security

Apply Now

If you’re a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager looking for a long-term role with a high-quality contractor in Bristol, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Apply today to find out more.

Assistant Quality Manager – Major Construction Project

Location: Cardiff
Sector: Construction / Building
Project Type: High-profile, major building project

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Quality Manager to join a project team delivering a large-scale, high-profile construction project in Cardiff. This is a key site-based role, working closely alongside the Project Quality Manager to ensure quality standards, systems, and compliance are met throughout the build lifecycle.

This position is ideal for a Quality Engineer, QA/QC professional, or Assistant Quality Manager looking to step up on a flagship project with real complexity and visibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Quality Manager in implementing and maintaining the Project Quality Plan
• Assist with quality inspections, audits, and surveillance activities across site operations
• Ensure works are delivered in line with specifications, drawings, and industry standards
• Help manage ITPs, NCRs, quality records, and handover documentation
• Work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and consultants to drive a strong right-first-time culture
• Monitor subcontractor quality performance and support corrective actions where required
• Contribute to continuous improvement of quality systems and processes on site

Requirements

• Previous experience in a quality-focused role within construction (e.g., Assistant Quality Manager, Quality Engineer, QA/QC Engineer)
• Strong understanding of construction quality systems, inspections, and compliance
• Experience working on large or complex building projects is highly desirable
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality management systems
• Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across site teams
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem solving

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a landmark construction project in Cardiff
• Exposure to a highly experienced project and quality management team
• Long-term project stability with excellent career development prospects
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Apply Now

If you’re an Assistant Quality Manager or construction quality professional looking to develop your career on a major building project, this role offers challenge, visibility, and progression in equal measure.

Estimator – Precast Concrete

Location: Exeter with hybrid working
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable (Dependent on experience)

Company Overview

Our client is a leading supplier of precast concrete products for the construction and agricultural markets. They offer a full-service solution covering design, supply, and installation. With a strong reputation in the industry, they are now looking for an experienced Estimator to join their growing team.

Role Overview

This is a customer-facing role that requires:

• A keen eye for detail
• Strong technical knowledge
• The ability to work with Blu Beam and technical drawings

The Estimator will be responsible for:

• Managing document control
• Producing accurate take-offs
• Assisting in the preparation of Bills of Quantities (BoQs)

Key Responsibilities

• Engaging directly with customers to understand project requirements
• Interpreting and analysing technical drawings
• Conducting take-offs and preparing accurate Bills of Quantities (BoQs)
• Managing and maintaining document control processes use Blu Beam
• Providing cost estimates for precast concrete products across various projects
• Collaborating with internal teams, including design and project management, to ensure accurate pricing

Key Requirements

✅ Precast concrete beneficial but by no means essential
✅ Ability to interpret construction industry technical drawings
✅ Take-offs and preparing Bills of Quantities (BoQs)
✅ Excellent numerical and analytical skills
✅ Proficiency in CAD software beneficial
✅ Strong communication and organisational skills**

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
Employer pension contribution of 4%
20 days holiday + bank holidays (No weekend work required)
WPA health benefits for employee wellbeing

How to Apply

If you are an Estimator , we’d love to hear from you!

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Apply today to take the next step in your career!

Bid Manager

Location: Corsham, Wiltshire (Hybrid / Flexible Working)
Salary: Competitive + benefits (DOE)
Sector: Construction / Engineering / Project Delivery
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Role

An established construction and engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to lead and manage the full work-winning process from PQQ through to tender submission and client presentation.

This is a key role within the pre-construction team, responsible for producing high-quality, compelling submissions that align with business strategy and exceed client expectations across technically complex projects.

You will work closely with commercial, planning, design and operations teams to deliver winning bids across a variety of sectors, ensuring every submission is accurate, compliant and stands out in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

Bid & Tender Management

• Lead and manage the end-to-end bid process including PQQs, tenders and framework submissions
• Manage tender portals, deadlines and submission requirements
• Write and coordinate high-quality technical responses tailored to client needs
• Develop compelling, compliant bid documents that clearly demonstrate value and capability
• Prepare project-specific CVs and supporting documentation

Document Control & Coordination

• Receive, log and manage tender documentation in line with internal processes
• Create submission programmes and manage deliverables across internal teams
• Coordinate input from estimating, commercial, planning, design and operations
• Produce professional, branded submission documents and templates

Pre-Construction & Client Support

• Work with planning and operations teams to develop programmes, methodologies and logistics plans
• Support client presentations and pre-construction meetings
• Identify risks, challenges and opportunities within bid submissions and address proactively

Business Development & Continuous Improvement

• Attend client meetings, interviews and industry events
• Identify new opportunities and support wider business development activity
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and best-practice bid development
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental and health & safety procedures

About You

Essential Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Bid Manager or Senior Bid Writer role
• Background in construction, engineering or project-based environments
• Proven experience producing successful PQQ and tender submissions
• Strong technical writing ability with excellent attention to detail
• Confident coordinating multiple stakeholders to tight deadlines
• High-level IT, document control and presentation skills

Desirable

• Experience managing bids for complex or specialist projects
• Understanding of pre-construction processes, estimating and project delivery
• Graphics or visual presentation experience

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised with a strong sense of urgency
• Commercially aware and solutions-focused
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, resilient and able to manage multiple bids simultaneously

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects
• Supportive, people-focused culture with clear career progression
• Ongoing professional development and CPD

Location

This role is based in Corsham, Wiltshire, with flexibility for hybrid working depending on business needs.
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Desirable Skills and Experience:
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Closing date for applications: DD/MMM/YYYY

For further information, please contact YOUR NAME on YOUR CONTACT NUMBER, or click Apply Now to submit your application for this role.

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